Dental tips for the whole family

How sugar and acid damage teeth, which drinks are the worst offenders, and simple habits that limit the harm.

Mouthwash can help some people, but it doesn’t replace brushing and flossing. Which types are useful and when to use them.

Waking up with a sore jaw or headache? You may be grinding your teeth at night. Signs of bruxism and how a night guard…

Early detection matters. The signs of mouth cancer, the main risk factors and why your dental check-up includes a screening.

From stains and bad breath to gum disease and oral cancer, how smoking and vaping affect your mouth, and the benefits of quitting.

People with diabetes are more prone to gum disease, and gum disease can make blood sugar harder to control. How to protect your mouth.

Saliva protects your teeth. What causes a dry mouth, why it increases the risk of decay, and simple ways to get relief.

Teeth can last a lifetime with the right care. Common dental issues in later life, from dry mouth to dentures, and how to manage…

Pregnancy hormones affect your gums. Why dental check-ups are safe and important when you’re expecting, and what to tell your dentist.

A sharp twinge from cold drinks or sweets usually means exposed dentine. Common causes of sensitive teeth and how they’re treated.